The tendrils of Meadow Vetchling entwine either other parts of itself or other plants. Sometimes the entwining is bifilar wound when no end is free to engage. The result is often a tangled mass, everything interlocked.

Some similarities to : some Vetches but they have pinnate leaves, rather than the single pairs of Meadow Vetch.

Uniquely identifiable characteristics

Distinguishing Features : The presence of tendrils with single leaflets in pairs, rather than a pinnate arrangement together with the two leaf-like auricled stipules on leaflets attached to the main stems. Has square stems.

Meadow Vetchling is by far the most commonly found yellow flower of the Pea Family which has tendrils. It can clamber up to 1.5m by way of its tendrils, but is often only 1/3rd that height. The seed pods are similar to pea pods, but black.